1974 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 Seat Leon
To start off, 2007 Seat Leon is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Leon (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1974 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Leon weights approximately 405 kg more than 1974 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Opel Ascona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Opel Ascona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Seat Leon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Seat Leon (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Opel Ascona. (90 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Opel Ascona | 2007 Seat Leon | |
Make | Opel | Seat |
Model | Ascona | Leon |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2580 mm |